Ergonomic Guidelines for Nursing Homes - Seton Resource Center
Ergonomic Guidelines for Nursing Homes - Seton Resource Center
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FIGURE 4. Reposition in Bed: Side–to-Side, Up in Bed<br />
Fully<br />
Caregiver assistance not needed;<br />
patient may/may not use positioning<br />
aid.<br />
Can Patient assist?<br />
Partially<br />
Able<br />
If patient is >200 pounds:<br />
Use a friction-reducing device<br />
and at least 3 caregivers.<br />
No<br />
Encourage patient to assist<br />
using a positioning aid or cues.<br />
If patient is
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